Postcode Analysis Northumberland, North East

THE OVAL, NE18 0PJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE OVAL, NE18 0PJ.

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Population

352

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 60,100 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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4/10
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1/10
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2/10
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2/10
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6/10
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1/10
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5/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. NE18 0PJ's 57% ownership and 44-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district. Property prices are trending up 2.2% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NE18 0PJ is a safe, established residential area on The Oval, 0.2km from Bridge End in Stamfordham. Administratively it sits within Ponteland West ward and the Hexham constituency.

For families considering a move, NE18 0PJ represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 2 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £177k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 2.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for NE18 0PJ are sourced from Output Area E00139816 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NE18 0PJ. The average age is 43.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.2%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 175,000

5 sales · Mean £ 150,400

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-07)

NE18 0PJ has low crime rates — 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are public order and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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Violence and sexual offences1

school Local Schools

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Stamfordham Primary School

Outstanding81 pupils0.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Swinburne Arms0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wylam8.4 km
  • Prudhoe8.5 km
  • Newcastle Airport10.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Grange Road0.1 km
  • Grange Road0.1 km
  • Bridge End0.3 km
  • Bridge End0.3 km
  • Village Green0.3 km